General
1. Progressive Law Network
The Progressive Law Network (PLN) is a network of students, staff and professionals working to promote social and environmental justice through the law. We run events and programs focused on non-commercial and public interest law. We are both community-oriented and career-oriented, forming connections between students, staff, professionals, and community organisations.
Join us at the PLN by dropping by coming along to our Welcome Drinks on Friday 20 March from 6pm. For more info, get in touch via Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn, and we also welcome emails at pln@monashclubs.org.
In 2020, we look forward to seeing you at our events, including a climate justice panel discussion early in semester 1 as well as a mentoring program later in the year. Stay tuned for more events and activities TBA. Our members also receive a newsletter promoting articles, events, and volunteering and internship opportunities.
2. ABL Takeovers Competition
One of the country’s most prestigious commercial law firms, Arnold Bloch Leibler (ABL), will partner with Monash Law on this year’s Takeovers Competition.
By registering to take part in the Takeovers Competition, you will have an opportunity to demonstrate your skills and knowledge in response to a case study prepared by ABL, involving details of a hostile takeover.
The competition’s winning team will receive a $5,000 cash prize and the runners-up will receive $2,500.
Please form a team of 2 people and register to participate in the ABL and Monash Takeovers Competition by Wednesday 25 March. Registration and further information can be accessed here.
Please note: both team members must have received a Distinction or High Distinction in Corporations Law or Company Law to be eligible.
3. Want to be a Monash Law social media ambassador?
Monash Law presents an exciting opportunity for creative and social media savvy Monash Law students.
As students, you are a central part of our University culture, as you contribute to a vibrant and lively campus atmosphere.
The Social Media Ambassador Program is a unique and fun opportunity for selected students to gain professional experience representing a brand, pitch ideas and work collaboratively with your faculty and fellow students to highlight what life is like as a student at Monash Law.
So if you’re passionate about social media and eager to get involved with campus life, apply now.
Benefits:
- Build on your resume to showcase to future employers
- A professional recommendation from Monash Law
- Make new friends and join a fun team environment
4. Free psychologist service to expand at Monash Law Chambers
Monash Law has expanded its onsite counselling service at Monash Law Chambers in the CBD with the appointment of an additional psychologist.
This free and confidential service is available to Monash Law students to access.
For further information and to make an appointment, please complete the booking request form (under the Law Chambers heading) or email linda.russell@monash.edu or Yisroel.Barber@monash.edu.